Souvenir Gavel from Libby Prison Museum, 1889-1899
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Artifact Overview
In 1889, the notorious Libby Prison--which had been moved from Richmond, Virginia, to Chicago--opened to the public as a museum. Visitors could buy souvenirs said to be made of wood from the prison. This gavel belonged to former Union Army Captain Milton Russell, who spent a year in harsh conditions at Libby Prison as a prisoner of war.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Gavel (Ceremonial mallet)
Date Made
1889-1899
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
37.109.34
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Sella Russell Cole.
Material
Wood (Plant material)
Dimensions
Height: 1.625 in
Width: 2.5 in
Length: 10 in
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